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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Chinyere Gill-Smith

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Hardworking, compassionate Occupational Therapist offering 30 years of transitional-care experience, SNF, sports medicine and hand therapy affiliations and solid credentials, including dual-state licensure (NC and SC), and CPR certifications. Enthusiastic team player, deeply committed to delivering quality care as an Occupational Therapist for geriatric and orthopedic patients.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Assessor

Veterans Administration
07.2023 - Current
  • Streamlined the assessment process, ensuring timely completion of documentation and efficient communication with multidisciplinary teams, to determine if a family member of Veteran can become a caregiver.
  • Facilitated timely referrals to specialty services or community resources based on individualized needs identified during clinical assessments.
  • Developed ongoing training programs for assessors, enhancing skillsets and improving overall team performance metrics.
  • Optimized workflows within the assessment team, streamlining processes for greater efficiency and accuracy in patient evaluations.
  • Conducted regular home and community visits based on clinical needs.
  • Collaborated with supervisory staff to support quality and integrity by conducting Veteran Functional Assessment Instrument Consults.

Lead Occupational Therapist

Select Rehabilitation
03.2018 - 05.2023
  • Directly supervised clinical support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers.
  • Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers.
  • Treated each patient according to a written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
  • Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
  • Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.

Occupational Therapist

Kindred Rehabilitation Services
10.1993 - 07.2020
  • Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
  • Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
  • Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
  • Consistently exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
  • Directly supervised clinical students and support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers.

Occupational Therapist

Pruitt Healthcare
05.2010 - 11.2017
  • Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, humeral fracture, hip fractures, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
  • Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers.
  • Tested and measured patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
  • Conducted home evaluations for homebound patients.
  • Directly supervised support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers.

PRN Occupational Therapist

Rolling Green Village (LTC, SNF, Independent living)
02.1999 - 07.2006
  • Relocated to Charlotte
  • Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
  • Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
  • Taught patients how to live within the limits of their capabilities and celebrated their successes.
  • Delivered home care occupational therapy to homebound patients.

Training Occupational Therapist (Outpatient Rehabilitation for Lymphedema)

AnMed Health Medical Center
09.2003 - 12.2003
  • Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
  • Taught patients how to live within the limits of their capabilities and celebrated their successes.
  • Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, lymphedema, obesity, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Tuskegee University
Tuskegee University, AL
05.1992

Skills

  • Knowledge in sports injuries and therapy
  • Focused on consistent, quality care
  • Broad understanding of Neurology (NDT 1)
  • Knowledge and use of Chattanooga and ACP modalities
  • CPR certified
  • Kinesio Taping Skills
  • Use and knowledge of Casamba and Net Health documentation software
  • Utilization of Lowenstein Occupational Cognitive Assessment (LOCTA)
  • Utilization of Saint Louis University Mental examination (SLUMS)
  • Utilization of Mini-Mental State Examination(MMSE)

Certification

  • Care of the cognitively impaired Training - December /2009
  • NDT I/II Applied to Geriatric Population in Skilled Nursing Facilities April/1995

References

1. Steve Underwood, Assistant to the Administrator

Steveu@aldersgateliving.org

(412) 692-0570


2. Turkessa Jones, Lead Physical Therapist

Turk_jones@yahoo.com

(772)713-1318


3. Ofelia Arriba, Director of Rehabilitation

Ofelia.arriba@live.com

(803) 487-7088


Timeline

Clinical Assessor

Veterans Administration
07.2023 - Current

Lead Occupational Therapist

Select Rehabilitation
03.2018 - 05.2023

Occupational Therapist

Pruitt Healthcare
05.2010 - 11.2017

Training Occupational Therapist (Outpatient Rehabilitation for Lymphedema)

AnMed Health Medical Center
09.2003 - 12.2003

PRN Occupational Therapist

Rolling Green Village (LTC, SNF, Independent living)
02.1999 - 07.2006

Occupational Therapist

Kindred Rehabilitation Services
10.1993 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Tuskegee University

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